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Close the Chapter Podcast with Kristen Boice

Kristen D. Boice
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Self-Compassion
Trauma
Denial
Codependency
Social Media
Heartbreak
Self-Awareness
Difficult Conversations
Family Dynamics
Emotional Connection
Anxiety
Communication Skills
Parenting
Addiction
Gut Health
Depression
Emotional Healing
Therapist Strategies

Welcome to the Close the Chapter podcast! I am Kristen Boice, a licensed marriage and family therapist with a private counseling practice, Pathways to Healing Counseling in Noblesville, Indiana. The mission for Close the Chapter Podcast is to help you through life's transitions, navigate the hard and lonely times along the journey, learn helpful and powerful ways to cope with emotions and transiti... more

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In this episode, Kristen talks about the importance of self-reflection and nervous system regulation as we enter the new year, and shares her previous conversation with Deb Dana on how to support the nervous system in returning to a state of calm dur... more

In this episode, Kristen is joined by Dr. Etel Leit, a human communication researcher and award-winning entrepreneur, to explore the roots of love addiction, how obsession and self-neglect appear in relationships, and how to reclaim a sense of self. more

In this encore episode, Kristen explores the myth of closure with renowned researcher and author Dr. Pauline Boss, touching on ambiguous loss, why grief isn't something to "get over," and how to move forward without having all the answers.

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In this episode, Kristen talks with naturopathic physician and author Dr. Jenn Rapkin about why feeling emotions instead of numbing or avoiding them is essential to healing and offers simple, body-based tools to help you move through hard feelings wi... more

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Dr. Etel Leit
A psychologist and author known for her work on love addiction and emotional wellbeing.
Founder of SignShine
Episode: Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 349 - Healing From Love Addiction: What It Is and How to Recover with Dr. Etel Leit
Dr. Pauline Boss
Expert in ambiguous loss and author of The Myth of Closure
Episode: Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 348-Why Closure Is a Myth (and What To Do Instead) with Dr. Pauline Boss
Dr. Jenn Rapkin
Naturopathic physician, body worker, and author with expertise in mind-body therapies.
Author of The Feeling Muscle
Episode: Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 347-How to Grow Your Feeling Muscle and Why It Matters with Dr. Jenn Rapkin
Dr. Jen Rapkin
Naturopathic physician, body worker, former dancer and author
Episode: Close the Chapter Episode 346 - Navigating the Holidays and Honoring Military Mental Health
Heidi Friedman
Successful attorney and author of "Love Lessons, 104 Dates and the Stories That Led to True Love".
Large law firm specializing in environmental law
Episode: Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 345-What 104 Dates Taught Her About Finding True Love with Heidi Friedman
Meg Bowman
Licensed nutritionist and educator specializing in mental health and nutrition.
Nutrition Hive
Episode: Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 344-How to Nourish, Create Resilience and Safety with Nutrition with Meg Bowman
Vanessa Bennett
Licensed marriage and family therapist and author
Episode: Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 343-Breaking up with Relationship and Motherhood Myths with Vanessa Benett, LMFT
Alreen Haeggquist
San Diego-based employment attorney and author of 'Fired Up, Fueling Triumph Over Trauma'. She focuses on women's rights and advocates for abuse survivors.
Haeggquist & Eck
Episode: Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 342-How to Heal From Trauma and Abuse with Alreen Haeggquist
Leah Marone
A psychotherapist, Yale clinical instructor, and corporate mental wellness consultant with over 20 years of experience.
Author of 'Serial Fixer'
Episode: Close the Chapter Episode 341 - Are You A Serial Fixer? with Leah Marone, LCSW

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Kristen Boice
Licensed marriage and family therapist with expertise in guiding individuals through emotional transitions and mental health challenges, emphasizing personal growth and healing.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 109 ratings
  • Great conversations!

    Kristen is a fabulous interviewer! She harnesses her therapist skills to create interesting and helpful conversations. And shares so much of her own wisdom too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emily23R
    United States7 months ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I’m a psychotherapist and author and had the honor of being interviewed by Kristen. She’s a terrific podcast host and leads with empathy, curiosity, and intelligence to help listeners gain deep and meaningful insights. Her shows cover a wide range of emotional concerns and offer practical and useful strategies to help you navigate life’s challenges.

    I absolutely love this podcast and recommend it to my clients. Thank you, Kristen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diane Petrella, MSW
    United States9 months ago
  • Love Kristen’s emphasis on uncovering “the real YOU”

    Kristen has so much insight to bring—I absolutely have LOVED listening to and being on her podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goddess Health
    United States2 years ago
  • Empowering

    Such great information and strategies for healing. I’m currently reading some books Kristen recommended. I get something out of every episode. Thank you for helping people grow in themselves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Velvrose
    United States2 years ago
  • Versatile

    I learned different terms like triangulation or even something as simple as boundaries. So informative and practical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I.am.Ivon
    United States2 years ago

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The focus on self-improvement and navigating emotional challenges resonates deeply, encouraging listeners on their healing journeys.
Guests provide valuable insights, relatable experiences, and practical advice relevant to mental health and personal growth.
Great conversations led by a fabulous interviewer, utilizing therapist skills to create helpful dialogues.
The diverse range of topics covered makes it informative and practical for everyday life.
Listeners appreciate the actionable steps and emotional wisdom shared in each episode, often describing it as like having their own therapist.

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Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 350-Regulation, Safety, and Connection: Understanding the Nervous System with Deb Dana, LCSW
Q: How did you even get started with Polyvagal Theory? And what is it exactly for those that don't know anything about it?
Deb Dana discusses her background as a neuroscience enthusiast and emphasizes the importance to help her clients understand both their brains and nervous systems, especially after encountering Steve Porges' work.
Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 349 - Healing From Love Addiction: What It Is and How to Recover with Dr. Etel Leit
Q: What are some of the signs of love addiction?
Recognizing love addiction involves understanding dependency on someone else for emotional stability, seeing patterns that signify neglecting oneself, and becoming hyper-focused on another person.
Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 347-How to Grow Your Feeling Muscle and Why It Matters with Dr. Jenn Rapkin
Q: What would someone do to start getting into their body or feel more?
Start with mindfulness and body awareness; notice where you feel tension or emotions in your body without judgment.
Close the Chapter Podcast Episode 347-How to Grow Your Feeling Muscle and Why It Matters with Dr. Jenn Rapkin
Q: How did you discover you were numbing and avoiding your feelings?
It was a realization in my 20s when I saw I was avoiding friendships and taking risks, leading to loneliness and disconnection.
Close the Chapter Episode 346 - Navigating the Holidays and Honoring Military Mental Health
Q: How did you discover, oh, I need to actually feel all of these in order to unlock what I'm stuck in?
I needed to figure out who I was apart from these intrusive thoughts that I was having and all of these fears and worries. At the same time, being a big feeler, my body was screaming at me.

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7. Vanessa Bennett
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